Chef

An exciting new job opportunity has arisen for a talented Chef to work in a brand new residential service based in the Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire.

You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers

A brand new nurse-led residential service designed to support adults with enduring mental health conditions who no longer require hospital-level care

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*To be considered for this position you must hold an NVQ Level 2-3 in Food preparing and catering

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As a Chef your key duties include:

• Undertake menu planning in consultation with residents and Manager


• Oversee and participate in the preparation and cooking and serving of all food in accordance with agreed menus


• Ensure menus are displayed showing choices


• Ensure individuals on special diets or with specific cultural needs are catered for and that choice is also available


• Check quantity and quality of stock and orders items in accordance with the catering manual


• Supervise the kitchen employee team


• Ensure HACCP's processes and the catering manual are followed and recorded as required


• Ensure that the food expenditure is kept within budget in consultation with the Bursar and/or Home Manager

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:

• Proven experience as a Chef, preferably in a healthcare or hospitality setting


• Excellent cooking skills and knowledge of various cooking techniques


• Knowledge of nutrition and the ability to develop menus that meet dietary requirements


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills


• Ability to manage time effectively and work efficiently under pressure


• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and procedures


• Ability to train and supervise kitchen staff

The successful Chef will receive an excellent salary of £13,750 pro rata.

This exciting position is a permanent part time role working 18.75 hours on days.

In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

• Free on-site parking


• Your Birthday as an extra day annual leave


• Enhanced maternity pay


• Contributory pension scheme


• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptop/ tablets/smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)


• Access to development opportunities


• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel


• Leadership & management development


• Long service award


• Refer a friend bonus

Reference ID: 7177

To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV